Muhara Khas - Jatara, Tikamgarh
Muhara Khas is a village situated in the Jatara tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jatara and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Muhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muhara Khas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muhara Khas is 456776. The village covers a total geographical area of 1406.12 hectares and falls under the 472118 pincode. Jatara is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Muhara Khas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jatara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muhara Khas
As per Census 2011, Muhara Khas village has a total population of 7,206 people, consisting of 3,800 males and 3,406 females. The village has 1,400 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,063 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,151 literate and 4,055 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,639 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 367 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muhara Khas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,206 | 3,800 | 3,406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,063 | 569 | 494 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,639 | 877 | 762 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 367 | 189 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 3,151 | 1,961 | 1,190 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,055 | 1,839 | 2,216 |
Nearby Villages of Muhara Khas
Muhara Khas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bijrotha | North | 2.85 km |
| Bandarguda | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Garroli | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Bajetpura | East | 3.60 km |
| Vijaypur | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Muhara Jangal | South | 4.15 km |
| Shahpur | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Shah | East | 4.16 km |
| Sitapur | West | 4.20 km |
| Baiwarjangal | South | 4.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Muhara Khas
Muhara Khas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ranipur Road, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jatara to Muhara Khas is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Muhara Khas is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muhara Khas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muhara Khas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Muhara Khas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muhara Khas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Muhara Khas
Where is Muhara Khas located?
Muhara Khas village is located in Jatara Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muhara Khas?
The Gram Panchayat of Muhara Khas is Muhara.
What is the pincode of Muhara Khas?
The pincode of Muhara Khas is 472118.
What is the population of Muhara Khas?
Muhara Khas has a total population of 7,206, including 3,800 males and 3,406 females.
How many households are there in Muhara Khas?
There are 1,400 households in Muhara Khas.
What is the literacy rate in Muhara Khas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muhara Khas is 43.73%. Male literacy is 51.61% and female literacy is 34.94%.